5^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Introduction(by the Presider):God calls us to be light for others through compassion and service. With hearts open to that call, we now bring our prayers before God our Father.

1. For the Church: that she may be a light to the world and salt of the earth. Lord, hear us.
2. For each of us: that we may respond to God’s call to share our bread with the hungry, welcome the homeless, and care for those in need. Lord, hear us.
3. For young people:that they may walk in the light of Jesus, and have the courage to live their faith with integrity, compassion, and hope. Lord, hear us.
4. For families: that they may be strengthened in love and faith, becoming places of light, generosity, and forgiveness. Lord, hear us.
5. For peace in our world: that God may guide nations and leaders in the ways of justice and reconciliation. Lord, hear us.
6. For those who suffer in body, mind or spirit: That they may feel God’s healing presence and find comfort and hope through the care of others. Lord, hear us.

The Presider prays for the dead: For those who have died (especially N & N): that they may be welcomed into the fullness of God’s light and peace. Lord, hear us.

Conclusion(by the Presider): Loving Father, you call us to live as children of the light. Hear the prayers we have offered in faith and grant them according to your will, through Christ our Lord.

Child-Friendly Version

Introduction(by the Presider):God asks us to be light for others by loving and helping them. Let us now pray to our Father in heaven for everyone in the world.

1. For the Church: that she may show God’s love and be a bright light for the world. Lord, hear us.
2. For each of us:that we may share what we have, help those in need, and care for people who are lonely or hungry. Lord, hear us.
3. For young people:that they may follow Jesus, make good choices, and live with kindness and hope. Lord, hear us.
4. For families:that families may be filled with love, forgiveness, and care for one another. Lord, hear us.
5. For peace in our world: that God may help leaders work for peace, fairness, and understanding. Lord, hear us.
6. For those who are suffering:That people who are sick, sad, or worried may feel God’s love through our care for them. Lord, hear us. 

The Presider prays for the dead: For those who have died (especially N & N): that they may live forever in God’s light and peace. Lord, hear us.

Conclusion(by the Presider): Loving Father, thank you for listening to our prayers. Help us to live as children of your light. We ask this through Jesus our Lord. Amen.